Inverse Laplace of an Overwhelming Function

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The discussion focuses on evaluating the inverse Laplace transform of a complex function, particularly when the parameter b is non-zero. The user has attempted variable redefinition and complex analysis but encounters difficulties, especially with branch cuts in the integral. The conversation highlights the challenges of simplifying the function and the need for effective strategies to tackle such problems in mathematical physics.

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Hello, guys. I'm currently working on a physics problem that requires me to evaluate the inverse Laplace of the function in the attached file. When b = 0, "y" vanishes, and all one has to do is to look up the Laplace table for the inverse. However, non-zero b has been giving me a headache. I have already tried redefining variables, but my attempts haven't really simplified the problem. Any suggestions on how to attack this problem? Or, is the function integrable to begin with?

Thank you very much in advance. All inputs will be greatly appreciated.
 

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have you tried using complex analysis?
 
Santilopez10 said:
have you tried using complex analysis?
Yes, but I always get stuck at the branch cut part of the integral. I tried decomposing the radicand to elminate the "smaller" square root, but the function only got harder to interpret.
 

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